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Taiwan Investigates Allegations of Nvidia Chip Smuggling to China via Japan

28 Mayıs 2026Japan Times

Taiwan has raised concerns about the smuggling of Nvidia chips to China via Japan, highlighting the complex supply chain of American AI technology. Japanese data centers are reportedly being used by Chinese companies to rent foreign-owned hardware, facilitating access to these advanced chips.
This situation underscores the ongoing tensions surrounding technology transfer and national security in the region.
The concerns over chip smuggling come amid heightened tensions between the US and China regarding technology and trade. Taiwan, a significant player in the semiconductor industry, is particularly vigilant about protecting its technological assets from potential misuse by Chinese entities.
The smuggling of Nvidia chips illustrates the intricate web of global technology supply chains and the challenges of regulating them. As nations like Taiwan and Japan grapple with the implications of technology access for national security, the situation may lead to increased scrutiny and potential policy changes ai…

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